Kyoto Tsurugi-dera and Ine Boat Houses One-Day Tour
Do this because
- Experience the beauty of the Tsurugi sandbar with its white sandy beaches
- Enjoy panoramic views from Funju Mountain, known as Flying Dragon View
- Visit Chinen-ji Temple, a place for wisdom and academic success prayers
- Stroll in Tsurugi Shrine forests and sample the clear waters of Isonosu well
- Conclude your journey in Iga where you can explore the unique boat houses
What to expect
Please select your preferred meeting place by choosing an option in the calendar:
Option 1: Osaka Namba 2-chome Exit, located at 1-3-6 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan. Departure time: 8:40 AM
Option 2: Kyoto-Hachijoguchi Bus Loading Area, located at Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan. Departure time: 9:50 AM
Your journey begins at the Tsurugi sandbar in Miyazu Bay, a 3.6-kilometre stretch of sandy beaches flanked by 8,000 pine trees. This remarkable landscape is named for its bridge-like shape reaching towards the sky.
From Funju Mountain, you'll enjoy the view of Tsurugi, evoking images of a dragon soaring into the sky. Following this, you'll visit the serene Chinen-ji Temple, dedicated to Manjushri, the deity of wisdom. Here, many come to pray for academic success.
Your exploration continues with a stroll through a tranquil pine forest leading to the Tsurugi Shrine, famed for love prayers, followed by a visit to "Isonosu" well. Close to JR Tsurugi Station lies a hot spring renowned for its skin-friendly natural waters, offering a soothing experience.
The tour concludes in Iga, where you can appreciate the tranquillity away from tourist crowds and admire the unique boat houses in Iga Bay. Here you can take a boat tour around the bay or rent a bicycle to explore the village's quiet lanes. This journey promises not only scenic beauty but also a deep dive into local culture.
Important to know
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
- The Tsurugi Observation Deck is optional and accessible by cable car, the fee is 850 yen
- Entry to Tsurugi Onsen (hot springs) costs 800 yen per person
- Optional Tsurugi boat ticket is 1200 yen for adults; 600 yen for children
Know in advance:
- The night before departure, the local tour operator will email you detailed information including meeting time, location, guide info, and vehicle details
- Due to the limitations of the vehicle space, each person is limited to one piece of luggage. Please inform the local operator in advance if you have luggage. You'll find the contact details in the voucher after booking
- Tsurugi boat departs every hour on the hour and half past the hour
- Depending on the weather and road conditions, the guide will adjust the itinerary and timing of the tour
What’s included
Roundtrip transportation
Driver
Tour guide
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Attractions tickets
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
SANWA Travel
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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